IFFA 2028

IFFA 2028 – Premier Global Trade Fair for Meat and Alternative Proteins

IFFA 2028 is the world’s leading trade fair focused on processing, packaging, and selling meat and alternative proteins. Held every three years at Messe Frankfurt, Germany, IFFA serves as a global platform for innovation, industry networking, and future-oriented food production.

Event Details

• Dates: To be announced (following the previous edition in May 2025)
• Venue: Messe Frankfurt Exhibition Grounds, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
• Frequency: Every three years

What to Expect at IFFA 2028

Global Reach and Participation

• Over 63,000 trade visitors from more than 140 countries are expected
• High international representation, with two-thirds of all attendees coming from abroad

Industry Coverage from End to End

• Comprehensive product range: slaughtering, processing, packaging, ingredients, refrigeration, and retail equipment
• Strong emphasis on alternative proteins, including plant-based, fermentation-based, and cultivated products

Thematic Zones: IFFA Worlds
IFFA is now organized into clearly structured focus areas for a better visitor experience:

• World of Processing
• World of Packaging
• World of Ingredients
• World of New Proteins
• World of Skills & Sales

Key Topics for 2028

• Sustainability: eco-friendly packaging, resource-efficient technologies, and green energy use
• Automation and Smart Manufacturing: robotics, AI, and digital control systems
• Alternative Proteins: advanced technologies for plant-based and cultivated meat production

Who Should Attend

• Food processing equipment manufacturers
• Meat and alternative protein producers
• Packaging and automation experts
• Ingredient suppliers and biotech companies
• Retailers, butchers, wholesalers
• Researchers, sustainability professionals, and regulators

Why Visit IFFA 2028

• Explore state-of-the-art innovations across the full food production value chain
• Discover the latest in meat, plant-based, and hybrid protein technologies
• Learn from global leaders in automation, food tech, and sustainable processing
• Build strong business relationships through structured networking opportunities

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At ProExpo, we specialize in arranging hotel stays for international trade fair visitors. With over 15 years of experience and long-standing partnerships with hotels across Frankfurt and nearby areas, we can offer:

• Exclusive hotel room allotments near Messe Frankfurt
• Competitive rates, even during peak periods
• Flexible booking options tailored to your travel needs
• Dedicated support from your personal travel advisor

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